Careers advice

Insider insights from Trade Me's Matt Tolich.

A glance behind the scenes at what employers want to see.

Here’s a quick introduction to income tax in New Zealand.

It’s no myth, employers look at candidates’ social media profiles. Here’s how to give yours a professional touch.

If you’re a student looking for summer work experience this summer, where do you turn? Here are some expert insights.

Soft skills are becoming increasingly important, but which ones do NZ employers value most?

Let’s work out what’s going wrong.

Some important steps to follow.

We know they look boring, but you really do need to read your employment agreement.

Tech recruitment specialist Richard Lloyd gives his advice for IT job hunters in NZ.

Looking for a one-stop shop on how to apply for a job? Here’s an easy checklist to improve your chances of success.

Declining a job offer is nerve-wracking, but if it’s not right, it’s not right.

A good cover letter intro is like a good espresso – short, sharp and energising. Here’s how to brew one of your own.

A good CV can make all the difference to your job hunting hopes. Check out our must-read advice and free templates.

Along with your CV, a cover letter is essential to any NZ job application. Let's get you started.

Your CV’s education section is important to employers, here's how to nail it.

Looking at a career change? Here’s how to tailor your CV.

Done right, your CV can be a powerful tool for helping you stand out from other candidates. Here, we’ll show you how.

You don’t have to reinvent the wheel to write a good management CV, but there are a few things to get right.

Using the tips and tricks in this article, you’ll be able to craft a CV so impressive you'll want to hire yourself.

Writing a great cover letter for your first job can be tough. But these tips will get you on the right track.

New Zealand’s hospitality sector has a lot to offer, but you’ll need a great CV to crack this competitive job market.

You can sell a product, but can you sell your skills?

Here are the skills your marketing CV needs to include.

There are heaps of great retail jobs on offer in NZ, you just need a CV that does the business.

The best accounting CVs have a few things in common.

Looking to write a CV for IT jobs? You’ve come to the right place.

When done well, a video CV can be a great tool for making your job application stand out.

There’s a knack to writing a great construction and roading CV.

Sending the same cover letter in different applications might seem quick and easy, but is it damaging your chances?

Here’s how to get this right.

It’s not as complex as you might think.

It’s all about getting yourself in the best possible mindset.

You can even turn redundancy to your advantage in job interviews.

You can't predict everything the job interviewer will ask, but that doesn't mean you have to go in clueless.

Here’s what the interviewer is likely to ask.

With job interviews, it's all about preparation. Here's our one stop shop for getting yourself ready.

You need to show the right mix of hard and soft skills.

You should come to your job interview equipped with questions to ask the interviewer. Here are 10 great starters.

Body language is crucial in job interviews. So, it's time to sit up straight, smile and stop fiddling with that pen.

This question can seem scary, but there are some easy tactics you can use to answer it well.

Don't be caught napping if your dream job calls for a phone screen interview. Here's how to get prepped.

Think of this as your personal elevator pitch.

Worried about sending a follow up after a job interview? You shouldn’t be, here’s why.

There’s no need to fear behavioural interview questions.

Don’t worry, this won’t be a deal breaker for employers.

“So, why did you leave your last position?”

We talked to a working mum about her experiences of returning to the workforce in NZ after having children.

You don’t need to be a senior member of staff to implement this kind of change.

Advice for reaching the top in the accounting and finance sector.

Some suggested strategies for coping.

Remember, they chose you.

Competing with robots doesn't call for any Jedi mind tricks, just some forward thinking.

Some advice and insights

It’s time to take control of the situation.

A simple guide to getting these letters right.

Worried you’ve left it too late to change careers? You almost certainly haven’t.

Burnout from work shouldn't be ignored. Here are the symptoms, and some strategies for coping.

It's all about finding that happy middle ground.

Here’s an insight into the world of an IT professional.

O captain my captain!

Here’s an insight into the world of accounting in NZ.

Spoiler alert – it’s not just about handing out business cards.

A successful change in direction comes with careful planning and research - yours can start here!

Want to get ahead in your career, but not sure how? It’s time to set some professional development goals.

Game face on, it's negotiation time.

Changing jobs is a big call. So, before you make the leap, ask yourself these important questions.

Writing a resignation letter is considered best practice when leaving a job in New Zealand.

Taking holiday in New Zealand is a legal right, but many of us still find asking awkward.

What are employers really looking for?

You can find out a lot about a company’s culture before stepping through the door.

Let’s find a solution.

Thinking about moving for a job? There’s a lot to consider before you book the removal van.

A mid-career crisis can strike when you least expect. Here’s how to counter it.

How to get ahead.

Where’s the sweet spot?

Everything you do now needs to build towards your next move.

Stepping stones to help you get back on your feet.

Some practical tips.

Want to stop working late?

What’s going wrong?

How do you fix imposter syndrome?

How do you acknowledge making a mistake at work?

There are three things you need to get right.

Let’s rediscover your motivation.

Some tips from graduate recruitment specialists.

A guide to levelling up.

Some advice on how to approach a workplace restructure.

Here are some practical tips for making a success out of working from home.

Unwilling to give up remote working entirely? Here’s how to sell the idea to your boss

This is no usual onboarding.

Here are the answers to some common questions on redundancy.

How do you leave work at work when home is your office?

There are some crucial things to get right when it comes to video interviews.